Why the hooded woman insisted on following her and preaching about ‘protection’ did not computer with the flaxen haired scientist. It had foiled her attempt to stealthily escape the situation where some of the others looked to be bullying some town official to who knows what end. She did not know these people and though there was some camaraderie built due to being thrust into danger together, the fact of that ignorance of their character came to bear once that danger was over.
She just wanted to get to the Lionshield Coster where her cousin, Linene, worked and where her spartan room was. But she had only made it a few feet before Yvaine ‘s presence gave her pause.
Upon noticing Westra’s approach, Catriona said under her breath..."Nerts…"
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“Uhmm.. I did not say anything.” Her hands go up in a form of mild surrender then looks to Yvaine, though of course can only see the lower half of her face. How the hell does she see?
“I can leave you two Helmites to..uh.. Discuss… holy matters.” she adds, body language indicating she was not comfortable and was somewhat seeking escape before she gets some talk about keeping her mouth shut or whatnot.